Car Fix DIY Videos

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https://bit.ly/GX470-ClusterRepair 2003-2009 Lexus GX470 gauge cluster repair. LED lighting is replaced and gauge motors are tested, repaired, or replaced as needed.

Today I’m replacing the alternator brushes on a Lexus gx470 as routine maintenance. The car has 262k miles, and the brushes typically wear out around 3-350k OEM new units are 5-700$, auto parts stores have them for 225$ ish. Let me tell you, YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR….. Instead of using a inferior quality […]

Here’s what you need. Like and Subscribe if you found this helpful. -6.6 Quarts of 0-W20 – Oil Filter – 10mm, 12mm, & 14mm socket – 3/8-inch Ratchet – 3/8-inch Extension (some nuts are recessed in the skid plate) – Oil Filter Wrench – Oil Catch Pan

Kevin installs the 4Runner Blitz Sliders from Victory 4×4 on a 5th Gen 4Runner. Learn more: https://www.victory4x4.com/product/V4RSL-BL2.html

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A simple little chase lights install. I’m super happy with the result! Overall, this didn’t take me much longer than an hour. For less than $100, this mod seems like a no brainer to me. Chase lights: https://amzn.to/3lJk5hz Wire used: https://amzn.to/3YZkGtW Looking for 25% off LED lights and more for your truck or car? Use […]

In this video, I show you how to install the RCI skid plate system on a #Toyota light-truck platform vehicle, including the #4runner #fjcruiser and the #lexus #gx470 RCI link: https://rcimetalworks.com/product-category/toyota/lexus-gx/gx-470/ Channel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lexus_offroad_adventures/ Buy the Morrflate tire inflate/deflate system here: https://bit.ly/3W6MjQV 5 Ton Pneumatic air jack https://s.vevor.com/bfP5Kr Odelfi headlamp: https://odelfi.com/?ref=cByNNBlM Lasfit: https://lddy.no/1ct82 #Lexus #gx470 […]

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Rebuilding the rear differential in a 4th gen 4runner. This 2005 Toyota 4Runner Sport is a 2 wheel drive but the 4×4 version should be the same. I show how I rebuild Toyota rear differentials using specialized tools. this can be done without the tools I use but takes longer. The Toyota Tacoma should have […]

Lexus GX/ 4Runner V8 Dump Kit Link – https://carvenexhaust.com/products/2003-2022-lexus-gx470-gx460-dump-exit-kit Toyota 4Runner V6 Dump Kit Link – https://carvenexhaust.com/products/2003-2022-toyota-4runner-dump-exit-kit The “Dump Exit” delivers a lower deeper tone at idle, cruising and only aggressive on hard acceleration. Designed with the consumer in mind, the Carven Exhaust kit is designed for high clearance catered toward the off-road community. Carven […]

Today we fix the very high idle in our 1996 Toyota 4Runner. One these it is very common to find a clogged up and dirty IAC Idle Air Control Valve on the throttle body of the 3.4 5VZ-FE. Problem occurs in all Tacoma, 4Runners, T100s, and Tundras with the 3.4L engine, and process to repair […]

1) A 4Runner weighs about 4,300 pounds. You should NOT attempt suspension modifications without the requisite mechanical experience, mechanical aptitude, safety aptitude, and tools including TWO hydraulic jacks and overrated jack stands. This video is intended to do what other videos did for me prior to the installation: give an overview of the process to […]

The 5VZ-FE in the 3rd Generation 4Runner is one of the best Toyota engines ever made that not much is said about. The beautiful 5VZ-FE is one of the best Toyota engines ever made but it does live under the shadow of it’s previous version which was problematic. In this video I interrupt a timing […]

If you’re just finding this channel, I’ll give you a brief summary. I tear blown up engines apart to figure out what happened, what survived, and hope to have some sellable parts at the end. At this point I’ve done nearly 80 teardowns of various engines ranging from viper engines, diesel engines, to a rotary […]

Installing Noico Red 150 mil closed cell foam in my 1st Gen Toyota 4runner and 1988 Toyota Pickup! This is the second layer, aka Noico RED foam that goes on top of the 80mil sound deadening mat. This is supposed to be an insulation heat and cold barrier with excellent thermal barrier properties. I figured […]

In this video, I show you how I installed my kill switch for my 1999 Toyota 4Runner. It taps into the fuel pump wire and kills power to the fuel pump thus preventing the vehicle from starting. See also my 5 ways to prevent car theft video for more ideas on theft prevention: https://youtu.be/QmeRDWG8Scc 3rd […]

*In this video, we show you to replace the front wheel bearings on a Toyota FJ Cruiser. This style of bearing can also be found on the following 2003-2022 Toyota/Lexus models: *4th and 5th Gen 4runners (2003 – 2020) *Sequoia (2008-2022) *Tacoma (2005-2022) *Tundra (2007-2022) *GX470 (2003-2009) *GX460 (2010-2020) So, this video would help you […]

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**PLEASE READ THIS VIDEO DESCRIPTION FOR HELPFUL INFORMATION** In this video, we show you how to install a Hilux 167 Snorkel on a 3rd Gen 4runner. It’s not a very hard job but you just have to be careful and follow the steps we detail in the video on how to use the template to […]

Finally found a replacement for my beat up front bumper. The 92-95 4Runner bumper is a complete bolt up to the 89-95 Toyota pickup. The original bumper light sockets will not fit the 4Runner sockets so you will need to solder on the new sockets. You can use the 4Runner sockets, or do as I […]

**PLEASE READ THIS AND THE COMMENT WE PINNED FOR HELPFUL INFORMATION** This is part 1 of 3 parts for replacing the transmission on a 3rd Gen Toyota 4runner. In Part 1, we show you how to remove the shifters, remove the driveshafts, disconnect the electrical connections on the transfer case and finally unbolt the transfer […]

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Step by step guide on how to install the Ironman 4×4 Foam Cell Pro suspension kit on your Lexus GX460/GX470 or 2003+ Toyota 4Runner and FJ Cruiser. We also provide steps working with KDSS if equipped, and installing Upper Control Arms. Get your Ironman 4×4 Foam Cell Pro Suspension Kit – https://ironman4x4america.com/suspension/kits/ Chapter Selection: 0:17 […]

A Toyota Master Diagnostic Technician shares common problems that you should look for when buying or owning a 4th generation Toyota 4Runner between 2003-2009 model years. So Should you buy a 4th Gen Toyota 4Runner? In this video We’ll go over some of the common issues I see with this awesome truck that you should […]

Brian Eslick from How to Automotive http://www.howtoautomotive.com takes you step-by-step through the process of replacing the fuel pump on a 2010-2018 two wheel drive Toyota 4Runner with the 4.0L engine. #HowtoAutomotive #AutomotiveRepair #AutoReair Get Your How to Automotive T-shirt’s, Stickers and more click the link!!!!! https://teespring.com/stores/how-to-automotive Affiliate link mentioned in the video for 77020-35151, Electric […]

A Toyota Master Diagnostic Technician shows you how to replace spark plugs on the 2010-2021 Toyota 4Runner and 2010-2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser. In this video I cover the replacement procedure for the 5th gen 4runner and the FJ cruiser models with the updated 1GR-FE engine. The 2007-2009 FJ cruise had a different version of the […]

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